Earth Science
The theory that states that earth is made up of moving slabs of rock.
Plate Tectonics
The organelle in eukaryotic cells that is responsible for ATP production.
"The powerhouse of the cell!"
Mitochondria!!!
In which state of matter do particles move that slowest?
Solid State
The resistance that an object encounters as it moves past another object.
Friction!
How much of the moon is lit by the sun?
Half
The movement of rock and water particles by wind, water, ice or gravity.
What is the function of the cell membrane?
It controls what enters and leaves the cell.
What gas do plants release during photosynthesis?
Oxygen
Energy stored in an object based on its position.
Potential Energy!
What causes the seasons on Earth?
Earth’s tilted axis as it orbits the Sun.
What type of boundary forms when plates move apart?
A divergent boundary.
What is the end result of mitosis?
2 identical diploid cells.
What are the 3 major biological macro-molecules?
Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids (fats).
The range of wavelengths of frequencies that electromagnetic radiation extends.
Electromagnetic Spectrum.
Which explains what happens on a solar eclipse?
a. the full moon moves between the Sun and Earth. A shadow is placed on the Earth.
b. The new moon moves between the Sun and Earth causing a shadow on the moon.
c. The full moon moves behind the Earth into Earths shadow.
d. The new moon moves between the Sun and Earth. A shadow is placed on the Earth.
d. The new moon moves between the Sun and Earth. A shadow is placed on the Earth.
Which type of rock forms from cooled magma or lava?
Igneous rock.
The idea that organisms who are better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.
Natural Selection
Boyle's Law sates that Pressure and Volume are inversely proportional, what does this mean?
As one goes up, the other goes down.
What unit is used to measure force?
Newtons
What causes day and night on Earth?
Earth's rotation
What process causes most earthquakes in California?
The movement of tectonic plates along faults, especially transform boundaries like the San Andreas Fault.
What is an ecosystem?
A community of organisms interacting with their environment.
What is a molecule?
Two or more atoms bonded together.
What happens when force is applied to an object?
The object accelerates or changes motion.
In what moon phase could a lunar eclipse take place?
Full Moon